Now Might Be the Perfect Time to Buy or Sell a Home

Last year, it’s no surprise that nearly 70% of buyers put their home search on hold. Were you one of them? If so, there’s no reason to feel bad — the market conditions simply weren’t favorable.

Inventory was tight, home prices were high, and mortgage rates were fluctuating like a roller coaster. It was tough to find a home you loved and could afford. Many homeowners also hesitated to sell, worried about finding their next place.

But the market is shifting — and this could be your time to move.

More Options, Better Opportunities

This year, more people are making moves again. Builders are also increasing new home supply, opening up more options for buyers.

More inventory = more possibilities.

But it’s not just about more homes for sale — it's about the right market balance.Right now, we have just enough listings where:

• If you're selling, you can still expect strong interest and a quick sale if your home is well-prepared.

• If you're buying, you have a wider range of choices without the extreme competition we saw before.

It’s the sweet spot: more opportunities, moderate competition, and steady demand.

The Data Makes It Even Clearer

Real numbers back this up. According to Realtor.com, active inventory is up 28.5% compared to this time last year — but it’s still below pre-pandemic levels.

Why does this matter?

• For buyers: There are more homes to choose from.

• For sellers: There’s not so much competition that your home gets lost in the crowd.

It’s a rare window where both buyers and sellers can benefit at the same time.

This Opportunity Won’t Last Forever

There’s something else to keep in mind: inventory has been rising for 17 straight months, and experts predict it will continue increasing throughout the year.

Lance Lambert, co-founder of ResiClub, notes that the ongoing growth in listings strongly suggests even more homes will hit the market by the end of the year.

What does that mean for you?

• If you sell now, you can stand out and attract more attention.

• If you wait, you’ll face more competition as more homes come onto the market.

Locally, in the Chicago and Illinois areas, buyer activity is already picking up — especially during the spring months of April and May. Historically, this is one of the most active periods for real estate, and it’s shaping up that way again.

The Time to Act Is Now

Have you been waiting for a clear signal from the market?

Consider this your sign: it’s time to make your move.

Whether you’re thinking about upgrading, downsizing, or relocating to a new area, today’s market offers some of the best balanced opportunities we’ve seen in years.

What’s holding you back?

Connect with a trusted real estate expert today and find out what’s possible for you.